Cheese Selection & Tastings
Expert-guided cheese selection with complimentary sampling and educational tastings covering cheese history and pairings.
- Free sampling of any cheese
- Private tasting appointments available
- Pairing recommendations included
⭐ 4.6 (117 reviews)
Visibility: 85/100Olssons Fine Foods stands out as Princeton's go-to destination for artisanal cheeses and specialty meats, known for its knowledgeable staff who offer tastings and expert guidance. The shop excels at custom cheese platters for events and offers unique cheese-making classes, though some customers have noted inconsistent service experiences and higher price points reflecting the premium quality offerings.
Based on 117 customer reviews
Address: 53 Palmer Square W, Princeton, NJ 08542, USA
Phone: (609) 924-2210
Hours: Friday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sunday 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Tuesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Thursday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Wednesday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Parking: Street parking and nearby municipal lots available
Peak times: Saturday afternoons and Friday evenings before dinner parties
Nearby neighborhoods: Downtown Princeton, Princeton University area, Witherspoon Street district
Nearby landmarks: Near Palmer Square, Walking distance from Princeton University, Close to Princeton Public Library
Expert-guided cheese selection with complimentary sampling and educational tastings covering cheese history and pairings.
Professionally arranged cheese and fruit platters tailored to your event size and preferences, with labeled varieties for guest education.
Hands-on classes teaching burrata and mozzarella making techniques, offered through Princeton Adult School partnership.
Curated selection of premium cured meats including exotic options like duck prosciutto and game meat salamis.
⭐ 4.6 out of 5
117 total reviews
Rating has remained consistently high over the past year with strong praise for quality and knowledge, though some service inconsistency noted.
“Great cheese and specialty shop. The staff are so helpful in picking out items and you can sample anything you aren't sure about. They also have fancy salamis in meats other than pork like elk, venison and bison. The duck prosciutto is amazing as well. Not a cheap place to shop but it's because you're getting really high quality items. Picture is of a burrata making class offered through princeton adult school at the store. My husband and i took both the burrata and mozzerella classes and it is definitely worth it. Fun night out and you get to take home cheese after? Win win”
— Cheryl Bruder“This cheese place is so great! I had a tasting appointment which was very educational. I also took one of the classes, and picked up the tasting plate. We got to try many different cheese types while hearing about their history. Love creating cheese boards with their delicious cheese at the center.”
— Karen Alvarez“This was my first time ordering from Olssons and definitely not my last. This past week, I ordered a cheese + fruit platter for a party. I called them, let them know the date + they helped me pick out the platter that would best suit my needs. The associate on the phone was so helpful and upbeat. He made ordering it fun. On the scheduled day, I swung by half an hour before the party, pickup was a breeze. The tray was a massive hit. People were crowded around it the whole night and kept saying how fresh and good the cheese + fruits were. I think it was the biggest hit. Thanks so much for making my contribution so easy and popular!! Also - a small thing that went really far was having the various cheeses labeled.”
— Lindsey“Terrible experience Cheese was sliced in 1/2 inch slab making it un usable for thin slices with cheese plane like it is always served. Their response was Sorry. So I wasted $80. What were they thinking. Will not buy here again.”
— Barbara MarshallYes, we encourage sampling any cheese you're considering and our staff can guide you through tastings.
We recommend ordering at least 2-3 days ahead, especially for weekend events or larger gatherings.
Classes are offered through Princeton Adult School partnership with burrata and mozzarella sessions available seasonally.
We specialize in exotic game meats like elk, venison, and bison, plus unique items like duck prosciutto that you won't find elsewhere.
Yes, our pricing reflects the premium artisanal quality and imported specialty items we carry, with expert curation and service included.
Status: Open now
Peak hours: Saturday 1-4pm
New arrivals: Weekly cheese shipments
Popular this season: Holiday party platters, aged cheddars
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